The Government of Ghana, in collaboration with Organized Labour and the National Tripartite Committee (NTC), has officially announced a 10% increase in both the Base Pay on the Single Spine Salary Structure (SSSS) and the National Daily Minimum Wage (NDMW) for 2025.
The agreement, signed on February 20, 2025, aims to enhance the earnings of workers across various sectors and improve living standards amid economic challenges.
Base Pay Increase for Public Sector Workers
A memorandum of agreement was signed between the Government of Ghana, represented by the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC), the Ministry of Labour, Jobs and Employment (MLJE), and the Ministry of Finance (MoF), along with Organized Labour. The agreement stipulates that the Base Pay on the SSSS will be increased by 10% across the board from January 2025 to December 2025.
The signing was witnessed by key stakeholders, including:
Ing. Benjamin Arthur, Chief Executive of the FWSC
Hon. Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo (MP), Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment
Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson (MP), Minister of Finance
Bro. Joshua Ansah, Secretary-General of the Trades Union Congress (TUC)
Dr. Isaac Bampoe Addo, Chairman of the Forum
National Daily Minimum Wage Adjustment
In a separate communiqué, the NTC announced an increment in the NDMW by 10% over the 2024 rate, bringing the new wage to GHS19.97 per day. The decision was made after taking into account the cost of living, economic challenges, business sustainability, and employment growth.
The new NDMW will take effect on March 1, 2025. Employers across all establishments are required to implement the revised wage, and any entity failing to comply will face sanctions per the law. Additionally, the NTC has recommended that the 2025 NDMW be tax-exempt to further benefit low-income workers.
The communiqué was signed by:
Hon. Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo (MP), Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, representing the Government
Nana Dr. Emmanuel Adu-Sarkodee, President of the Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA), representing employers
Mr. Joshua Ansah, Secretary-General of the TUC, representing Organized Labour
These increments mark a significant step towards improving wages and ensuring better economic conditions for workers in Ghana.
